US Bridges

NB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11C

Good

Broward County, Florida · 5.8 Miles North of I-75 · Structure no. 860940

Built
1954
71 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
117 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,300
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

NB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11C is a prestressed concrete slab carrying NB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11C in Broward County, Florida. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 71 years old, older than the Florida average of 41.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,196 by 2044. The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

CarriesNB US-27 (SR-25)
CrossesCanal S-11C
Location5.8 Miles North of I-75
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateFlorida
Coordinates26.2296, -80.46022
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.7 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length117 ft (35.8 m)
Longest span30 ft (9.1 m)
Deck width62 ft (18.8 m)
Roadway width58 ft (17.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,300 (2022)
Projected traffic9,196 by 2044
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was NB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11C built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is NB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11C in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.

How much traffic does NB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11C carry?

About 5,300 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is NB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11C?

The structure is 117 ft (35.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.

Who owns NB US-27 (SR-25) over Canal S-11C?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.